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impairing


Meanings
  • Noun

    A state or condition that hinders or limits the normal functioning or development of an organ or body part.

    - "The impairing of the liver can lead to serious health problems."
    - "His impairing was caused by a car accident."
    - "The elderly often experience impairing in their mobility."

Synonyms

blunt , diminish , hurt , lessen , mar , reduce , weaken , worsen
Variants
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impair , impaired , impairer , impairers , impairing , impairs
Etymology
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Derived from the Latin word 'imparare' meaning 'to make unequal' or 'to hinder'.


Trivia
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  1. Impairing is often used in medical and disability contexts, but it can also be used more broadly to describe any condition or situation that hinders normal functioning.

  2. The term 'impairing' is sometimes used interchangeably with the term 'disability', but they are not exactly the same thing. Impairing refers to the physical or mental condition itself, while disability refers to the social and environmental barriers that prevent people with impairments from fully participating in society.


Related Concepts
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  1. Disability: A condition or state that makes it difficult for a person to do certain activities or interact with the world around them.

  2. Accessibility: The degree to which an environment, object, or service is accessible to people with various disabilities.


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Impairing is often associated with disability and accessibility issues. It is a key concept in discussions about accommodations and accessibility in various settings, including education, employment, and public spaces.

How to Memorize "impairing"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person with a limp or using a wheelchair to represent the concept of impairing.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word impairing with the idea of something being hindered or limited.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Impairing is a state that keeps things from being equal' to remember the meaning of the word.


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